Monthly Archives: August 2023
What Happens If You Steal Union Funds In New York?
Organized crime has a long history of infiltrating labor unions. New York has certainly seen this phenomenon in action over the years, with major names like Jimmy Hoffa maintaining close links with various crime families. While the Italian mob might not be as influential as it once was, crime involving labor unions is still… Read More »
New Bill Could Prevent New York Vehicles From Reaching Certain Speeds
Car culture has been a central part of the American experience ever since the emergence of the first commercially-available “horseless carriages.” Many auto enthusiasts appreciate vehicles with powerful engines, and some enjoy the feeling of traveling at high speeds. In the “Land of the Free,” it might seem unthinkable for the government to install… Read More »
Destructive Devices Are Becoming Common In New Jersey
According to the ATF, destructive devices are explosive, incendiary, or poison gas weapons. These might include grenades, rocket launchers, mines, and homemade bombs. The latter seems to be growing in popularity throughout New Jersey, with numerous defendants being caught with explosive devices of all types within the past few months and years. If you… Read More »
What Happens If You Don’t Meet Sex Offender Requirements In New York?
After being convicted of a sex crime in New York, you will likely face numerous requirements. Some of these requirements may seem highly tedious or even unnecessary. But failing to meet them will likely result in serious consequences. A few recent cases in New York illustrate just how serious these consequences can be, and… Read More »
Is Gang Affiliation Enough To Land You In Prison?
At first glance, it might seem like openly admitting to be a gang member is a sure way to land yourself behind bars. But as long as you aren’t actually admitting that you are committing a specific crime, it may be very difficult for prosecutors to charge you with anything. Of course, authorities in… Read More »
When Does Tax Avoidance Become Tax Evasion?
It makes sense to lower your tax bill as much as possible. Whether you’re earning minimum wage or you’re raking in millions each year, there’s nothing wrong with exploring legal options to reduce this burden. But with that said, there is a fine line between tax avoidance and tax evasion. The latter may result… Read More »
Courts Can Now Issue Search Warrants For Suspected Animal Abuse In New Jersey
For the most part, authorities in New Jersey have no right to invade your private residence unless they have an acceptable reason for doing so. And even if they do have a valid reason for wanting to enter your home, they must obtain a warrant before doing so. Unfortunately, courts continue to provide authorities… Read More »
New Jersey Scam Artists Use Ukraine Crisis To Fuel Ponzi Scheme
Using the Ukraine crisis as a business opportunity may lead to serious criminal charges in New Jersey, especially if the business you’re running is actually a Ponzi scheme. This is an issue that a group of defendants in New Jersey are now facing, and they may spend decades in prison as a result of… Read More »
